Protecting your pets from parasites
Parasites are a common issue for pets of all kinds.
Dr. Jyl offers some advice on protecting your loved ones.
Signs your pet may be infected:
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Dry, dull hair or coat
- Weight Loss
- Bloody Stools
- Coughing
- Lethargic or anemic behavior
- Visible worms on rectum or stool
Dr. Jyl talks with FOX40 about pet parasites
Protect yourself using common sense:
- Sanitation is key. Wash hands when picking up your pet’s stool, preparing food, and after visiting the restroom.
- Dispose pets’ stool immediately and practice proper yard maintenance.
- Wash pets bedding and check them daily for external parasites.
- When walking your pet avoid other stray animals’ stools.
- Avoid stagnant water locations and use only filtered water.
- Use appropriate deworming medications recommended by your veterinarian.
- Regular vet visits and fecal examination once to twice a year.
- Cook pet foods completely, avoid raw meats, and wash vegetables thoroughly.
- Take precaution when traveling and avoid contaminated water.
- Clean litter boxes regularly and avoid completely if you are pregnant.
Protect your pets by practicing early detection:
- Examine Yyour pet daily.
- Regular examinations at your veterinarian.
- Annual Heartworm blood test.
- Annual Fecal examination flotation, spin, PCR and Elisa Test.
- Stay current on flea/tick and heartworm medication and or natural applications such as Amber collars, essential oils, oral natural parasite control.
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